Kathakali has a long tradition. It dates back to the 17th century. It was given its present form by Mahakavi Vallathol Narayana Menon, who was the founder of the Kerala Kala Mandalam.

DAILY shows: 4.00 p.m. Make up, 4.30 p.m to 5.30 p.m Ist Show
6.30 p.m. Make up, 7 to 8 p.m. 2nd Show